For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public middle schools serving 2,337 students in 85040, AZ.
The top ranked public middle schools in 85040, AZ are Aim Higher College Prep Academy, Phoenix International Academy and Irene Lopez School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85040 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85040, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85040, AZ Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Aim Higher College Prep Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4848 S Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Grades: 7-12
| 41 students
Rank: #22.
Phoenix International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4310 E Broadway Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 842-2521
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 842-2521
Grades: K-8
| 185 students
Rank: #33.
Irene Lopez School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4610 S 12th St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4920
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4920
Grades: PK-8
| 481 students
Rank: #44.
Nfl Yet College Prep Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4848 S 2nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Grades: 7-12
| 304 students
Rank: #55.
South Valley Prep And Arts School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4039 E Raymond St Ste 3
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(877) 225-2118
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(877) 225-2118
Grades: 5-8
| 228 students
Rank: #66.
Pioneer Technology & Arts Academy Of Arizona
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1903 E Roeser Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-8865
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-8865
Grades: K-8
| 432 students
Rank: #77.
Percy L Julian School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2149 E Carver Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4950
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4950
Grades: K-8
| 249 students
Rank: #88.
Cesar E Chavez Community School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4001 S 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4940
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4940
Grades: PK-8
| 417 students
85040, Arizona 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4039 East Raymond St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 437-3927
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 437-3927
Grades: K-8
| 141 students
3146 East Wier Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
2033 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 268-0275
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 268-0275
Grades: K-6
| 403 students
2019 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Grades: 7-8
| 98 students
449 East Southern
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 595-0195
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 595-0195
Grades: K-2
| n/a students
1522 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 276-1223
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 276-1223
Grades: K-8
| 186 students
New Destiny Leadership Charter School (Closed 2013)
Charter School
1923 East Broadway Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 268-2234
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 268-2234
Grades: K-5
| 24 students
4848 S. 2nd St.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Grades: 4-6
| 206 students
2019 East Southern Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Grades: 9-12
| 5 students
Precision Academy System Charter School (Closed 2017)
Charter School
3906 East Braodway, Unit 105
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 453-3661
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 453-3661
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Roosevelt Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
6000 South 7th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Grades: K-8
| 55 students
6401 South 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Grades: K-8
| 298 students
2019 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Grades: 9-12
| 54 students
1522 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-1773
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-1773
Grades: K-8
| 131 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 85040, AZ?
The top ranked public middle schools in 85040, AZ include Aim Higher College Prep Academy, Phoenix International Academy and Irene Lopez School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85040?
8 public middle schools are located in 85040.
What is the racial composition of students in 85040?
85040 public middle schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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